The AUD/JPY (AUDJPY) is one of the world's most actively traded cross-currency pairs, representing the exchange rate between the Australian dollar (AUD), commonly known as the "Aussie," and the Japanese yen (JPY). Widely recognized as a barometer of global risk sentiment, AUDJPY is one of the most popular currency pairs for carry trade strategies and macroeconomic trading.
The AUD/JPY exchange rate is primarily influenced by monetary policy decisions from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Bank of Japan (BoJ), interest rate differentials, commodity prices, Chinese economic data, Japanese government bond yields, and overall market risk appetite. Because the Australian dollar is closely linked to global growth and commodities while the Japanese yen is traditionally viewed as a safe-haven currency, AUDJPY often reflects shifts between risk-on and risk-off sentiment in global financial markets.
This page provides AUD/JPY forecasts, technical analysis, economic calendar events, key support and resistance levels, forward points, margin data, market statistics, and regularly updated trading insights.
AUD/JPY (AUDJPY)
The AUD/JPY exchange rate is primarily influenced by monetary policy decisions from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Bank of Japan (BoJ), interest rate differentials, commodity prices, Chinese economic data, Japanese government bond yields, and overall market risk appetite. Because the Australian dollar is closely linked to global growth and commodities while the Japanese yen is traditionally viewed as a safe-haven currency, AUDJPY often reflects shifts between risk-on and risk-off sentiment in global financial markets.
This page provides AUD/JPY forecasts, technical analysis, economic calendar events, key support and resistance levels, forward points, margin data, market statistics, and regularly updated trading insights.
Trading Specifications AUDJPY
ℹ INFO
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Symbol | AUD/JPY (AUDJPY) |
| Asset Class | Major Forex Cross Currency Pair |
| Base Currency | Australian Dollar (AUD / Aussie) |
| Quote Currency | Japanese Yen (JPY) |
| Min. Price Increment | 0.01 (1 pip) |
| Trading Hours | 24 hours, Monday–Friday |
| Most Active Trading Period | 00:00–09:00 UTC (Asian session), with additional activity during the London open |
| Key Market Drivers | RBA decisions, Bank of Japan policy, interest rate differentials, Chinese economic data, commodity prices, global risk sentiment |
| Correlation | Generally rises during risk-on markets and falls during risk-off periods as demand for the Japanese yen increases |
Marginal Data AUDJPY
Margin
$650000
2026-07-29
Point Cost
$2000.00
per 1 pp
Points
325 pp
margin / cost
Economic Calendar (High Impact Events) AUD/JPY
Current Week (27.07–02.08)
| Time | Event | Cur. | Actual | Forecast | Prev. | Eff. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.07 02:30 | Tokyo CPI excl. Food and Energy y/y | JPY | 1.7% | 1.9% | — | |
| 31.07 02:50 | Retail Sales m/m | JPY | -1.5% | 1.9% | — | |
| 31.07 05:30 | BoJ Interest Rate Decision | JPY | 1.0% | — | ||
| 31.07 09:30 | BoJ Press Conference | JPY | — | |||
| 28.07 08:00 | BoJ Trimmed Mean Core CPI y/y | JPY | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | — |
| 28.07 08:00 | BoJ Weighted Median Core CPI y/y | JPY | 1.5% | 1.7% | 1.4% | — |
| 29.07 04:30 | CPI q/q | AUD | 0.6% | 1.1% | 1.4% | — |
| 29.07 04:30 | CPI y/y | AUD | 3.9% | 5.1% | 4.1% | — |
🎯 Key Levels (Pivot Points) Aussie Yen
R3
115.09334
115.09334
R2
114.82467
114.82467
R1
114.54434
114.54434
Pivot
114.27567
114.27567
S1
113.99534
113.99534
S2
113.72667
113.72667
S3
113.44634
113.44634
🔴 Close (114.264) below Pivot (114.27567). Bears in control on Open 29.07.2026
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Latest News AUDJPY
29.07.2026
Japan’s GPIF Boosts JGB Expertise by Employing Active Bond Funds
Japan’s Government Pension Investment Fund hired active domestic bond funds for the first time in five years, a recognition that one of the world’s biggest retirement money managers needs to increase its expertise to deal with volatility in the nation’s debt market.
28.07.2026
Japan’s Tax Panel Chair Reiterates Proposal for 1% Food Levy
Japan should cut the sales tax on food and drinks to 1% and use cash handouts to offset the remaining 1 percentage point, the chair of a cross-party panel on the issue reiterated after the group failed to reach a consensus.
28.07.2026
Japan Earthquake Leaves 13 Dead
Rescuers continued the hunt for survivors in the ruins of a shopping mall on the southwestern island of Kyushu on Wednesday, after a major earthquake in which 13 people have been confirmed dead so far. (Source: Bloomberg)
28.07.2026
Japan Signals Steady Minimum Wage Gains, Backing BOJ’s Hike Path
Japan aims to keep minimum wages rising steadily, signaling income growth across a broad spectrum of the economy remains resilient as the Bank of Japan seeks evidence that pay gains are supporting domestic demand.
28.07.2026
Japan Secondary Capital: Why Does Tokyo Need a Backup? Which Cities Are Bidding?
Japan is officially on the hunt for a second capital. A bill approved by lawmakers in July created a legal framework to designate one or more regions in the earthquake-prone nation as a backup if Tokyo is incapacitated by a disaster.
FAQ Australian Dollar vs Japanese Yen
What is AUD/JPY (AUDJPY)?
AUD/JPY is the exchange rate between the Australian dollar and the Japanese yen. It is one of the most actively traded Forex cross pairs and is widely used to measure global market risk sentiment.
Why is AUD/JPY called a risk sentiment pair?
The Australian dollar usually benefits from global economic growth and higher commodity prices, while the Japanese yen tends to strengthen during periods of uncertainty. As a result, AUD/JPY often reflects shifts between risk-on and risk-off markets.
What is a carry trade and why is AUD/JPY popular for it?
A carry trade involves buying a higher-yielding currency and selling a lower-yielding one to earn the interest rate differential. AUD/JPY has historically been one of the most popular carry trade pairs because Australian interest rates have often been higher than Japanese rates.
What moves the AUD/JPY exchange rate?
AUD/JPY is mainly influenced by Reserve Bank of Australia and Bank of Japan decisions, interest rate expectations, Chinese economic data, commodity prices, and overall investor risk appetite.
When is AUD/JPY most active?
Trading activity is typically highest during the Asian session, particularly when Australian and Japanese economic data is released, with additional liquidity during the London market open.
Can technical analysis be used to trade AUD/JPY?
Yes. Traders frequently use support and resistance levels, moving averages, RSI, MACD, and trend analysis while also monitoring central bank policy and changes in global risk sentiment.
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